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		<title>NITDA DG, Education Minister Push Skills-Based Learning Over Exam Success</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>NITDA DG, Education Minister Push Skills-Based Learning Over Exam Success The Federal Government has called for a decisive shift from examination-focused education to skills-based, lifelong learning as Nigeria positions its youth for the future of work. The call was made by the Director-General of NITDA, Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, and the Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>NITDA DG, Education Minister Push Skills-Based Learning Over Exam Success</p>
<p>The Federal Government has called for a decisive shift from examination-focused education to skills-based, lifelong learning as Nigeria positions its youth for the future of work.</p>
<p>The call was made by the Director-General of NITDA, Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, and the Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa, at a gathering of Cisco Networking Academy instructors in Abuja.</p>
<p>Kashifu illustrated the point with his personal story, recalling how after his NYSC in 2003 he was stuck moving files in a government company.</p>
<p>&#8220;When I asked to build a website for the organisation, I was told there was no budget. I offered to pay for the domain and hosting from my NYSC allowance. I built the site, included my contact details, and was soon hired by another company that paid me $1,500 in 2004. From that moment, I never struggled for work again,&#8221; he recounted.</p>
<p>He warned that the world of work is changing fast, noting that more than 60 per cent of today&#8217;s jobs did not exist 60 years ago.</p>
<p>&#8220;According to the World Economic Forum, the world could see about 170 million new jobs by 2030 while roughly 92 million roles may disappear. Technology will not simply replace people; it will transform how work is done,&#8221; he said.</p>
<p>He added that by 2030, nearly 39 per cent of tasks will demand different abilities, stressing that &#8220;Artificial Intelligence can already write code more efficiently than many humans, so the focus must shift to critical thinking and problem-solving.&#8221;</p>
<p>&#8220;Passing an exam is one thing, but critical thinking, complex problem-solving and the ability to adapt are the most important skills,&#8221; he said, urging instructors to teach competence, not just how to pass tests.</p>
<p>He praised President Tinubu&#8217;s appointment of Alausa, saying he has advanced reforms sought for over two decades, including a new digital skills curriculum for primary and secondary schools and integration of digital literacy into university general studies.</p>
<p>&#8220;Nigeria&#8217;s greatest resource is not its minerals but its human capital,&#8221; Abdullahi said, noting that Cisco Academies now operate in almost all federal universities and number over 369 nationwide.</p>
<p>Minister Alausa reinforced the message, declaring: &#8220;What we are doing now is not just teaching to learn. It is teaching to work.&#8221;</p>
<p>He said government is prioritising STEMM, TVET and digital literacy, stressing that technology is changing how people learn and work and that girls, persons with disabilities and rural learners must have equal access.</p>
<p>He disclosed that with the NCC, government has secured zero-rated data for learning platforms like Learning Passport and called for expansion of Cisco Academies to colleges of education and technical colleges, urging youths to &#8220;seize the opportunity&#8230; and use your skills to solve real problems in your communities.&#8221;</p>
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		<title>TikTok Access Disrupted Across Northern Nigeria as Users Turn to VPNs By Tech Digest</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>TikTok Access Disrupted Across Northern Nigeria as Users Turn to VPNs By Tech Digest TikTok users across parts of Northern Nigeria have been experiencing persistent difficulty accessing the popular short-form video platform since Monday, with many resorting to Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) to bypass the disruption, a Tech Digest investigation has found. Checks and accounts [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>TikTok Access Disrupted Across Northern Nigeria as Users Turn to VPNs</strong><br />
<strong>By <a href="http://(www.techdigest.ng)">Tech Digest </a></strong></p>
<p>TikTok users across parts of Northern Nigeria have been experiencing persistent difficulty accessing the popular short-form video platform since Monday, with many resorting to Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) to bypass the disruption, a Tech Digest investigation has found.</p>
<p>Checks and accounts obtained by Tech Digest from users in Kano, Kaduna, Sokoto and other parts of the region indicate that the platform either fails to load or becomes largely unusable on regular mobile data connections.</p>
<p>Users described feeds freezing midway through scrolling, videos failing to load and uploads repeatedly stalling. In several cases, however, normal access was restored almost immediately after users activated VPN services.</p>
<p>The consistency of the complaints across different locations has raised questions about whether the disruption is the result of a technical or network-routing problem, or some form of access restriction.</p>
<p>In Sokoto State, Ameenu Ahmed told Tech Digest that he had been unable to use TikTok normally since Monday.</p>
<p>“Yes, we have been unable to access TikTok since Monday. I had to use a VPN before it worked. This is what a lot of us are using,” Ahmed said.</p>
<p>Users in Kaduna reported a similar pattern.</p>
<p>“Since Monday, TikTok has not been opening on my phone unless I turn on a VPN. At first, I thought it was my data, but my friends here in Kaduna are complaining about the same thing,” Yunusa Muhammad told Tech Digest.</p>
<p>Another Kaduna resident, Aisha Sani, said the problem persisted even when other internet services were functioning normally.</p>
<p>“In my area here in Kaduna, TikTok stopped working directly. You will just keep scrolling and nothing loads. It only works when I connect with a VPN,” she said.</p>
<p>Some users also reported difficulties accessing TikTok through its mobile web version, suggesting that the disruption may not be limited to the app itself.</p>
<p>The problem, which users said began abruptly on Monday, has continued for several days, although the severity appears to vary depending on location and internet connection.</p>
<p>As of the time of filing this report, Tech Digest had found no public announcement from Nigerian regulators or telecommunications operators confirming that access to TikTok had been restricted in the affected areas.</p>
<p>There has also been no official explanation establishing whether the disruption is the result of a technical fault, network configuration, traffic-management measure or deliberate restriction.</p>
<p>The absence of an official explanation has fuelled speculation among affected users, particularly because VPN connections appear to restore access in many reported cases.</p>
<p>Technically, successful access through a VPN can indicate that changing the route through which internet traffic travels is bypassing whatever is interfering with the original connection. It does not, however, establish on its own that authorities or telecommunications companies have deliberately blocked the platform.</p>
<p>The geographical concentration of the complaints is also significant. Accounts obtained by Tech Digest suggest the disruption is not affecting all Nigerian TikTok users uniformly.</p>
<p>The incident therefore does not, on the evidence currently available, appear to constitute a nationwide TikTok shutdown. Nor is there sufficient evidence to conclude that TikTok itself is experiencing a general service failure.</p>
<p>For users in the affected areas, however, the practical effect remains the same: direct access is unreliable while VPN connections frequently restore functionality.</p>
<p>TikTok has become a major digital platform for entertainment, news, political discussion, advertising and small businesses in Nigeria, meaning prolonged disruption could affect not only ordinary users but also creators and entrepreneurs who depend on the platform to reach audiences and customers.</p>
<p>The central question is now what is causing the disruption.</p>
<p>Without clarification from TikTok, telecommunications operators or relevant Nigerian regulatory authorities, it remains impossible to determine conclusively whether users are experiencing an infrastructure or routing failure, network-level interference, or a deliberate restriction.</p>
<p>For affected users, those possibilities can look virtually identical on their screens.</p>
<p>Tech Digest will continue to seek clarification from relevant authorities, telecommunications operators and TikTok on the cause and scope of the disruption.</p>
<p>By <a href="https://techdigest.ng">TECHDIGEST</a></p>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 14:21:21 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>FOLD ABLE SMARTPHONES: Unveiling iPhone Duo and Samsung Galaxy Z By Tahir Ahmad Apple has finally entered the foldable smartphone market, reigniting one of the most entertaining rivalries in consumer technology. The company’s first foldable iPhone, the iPhone Duo, has attracted considerable attention from smartphone enthusiasts who have long watched Samsung develop its Galaxy Z [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>FOLD ABLE SMARTPHONES: Unveiling iPhone Duo and Samsung Galaxy Z</strong></p>
<p><strong>By Tahir Ahmad</strong></p>
<p>Apple has finally entered the foldable smartphone market, reigniting one of the most entertaining rivalries in consumer technology.</p>
<p>The company’s first foldable iPhone, the iPhone Duo, has attracted considerable attention from smartphone enthusiasts who have long watched Samsung develop its Galaxy Z Fold series. With a book-style design, a large internal display and a premium price tag, the Duo appears ready to challenge Samsung’s latest offering, the Galaxy Z Fold8.</p>
<p>However, Apple’s arrival raises an important question: has the company introduced a genuinely different foldable experience, or has it simply refined a design Samsung has spent years developing?</p>
<p>Both phones follow the book-style foldable design. When closed, they function as conventional smartphones. When opened, they reveal a larger screen suitable for reading, watching videos, multitasking and productivity.</p>
<p>The iPhone Duo features a 5.4-inch external display and a 7.6-inch internal screen. Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold8 has a slightly larger 5.5-inch external display and a 7.6-inch internal screen. Both internal displays support a 120Hz refresh rate and offer peak brightness of up to 3,000 nits.</p>
<p>The similarities, however, end quickly.</p>
<p>Apple has equipped the Duo with a nano-textured, anti-reflective display designed to reduce glare and make the crease less noticeable. Samsung uses a glossy display with anti-reflective treatment. Early impressions suggest that Apple’s crease is particularly difficult to see, although long-term testing will be necessary to determine whether this advantage survives months of use.</p>
<p>Apple has also introduced Apple Pencil support, giving the Duo an advantage for users interested in handwriting, sketching and digital note-taking. The Galaxy Z Fold8, in contrast, does not support Samsung’s S Pen.</p>
<p>The differences between the two devices become clearer when their specifications are considered in detail. The iPhone Duo is powered by Apple’s A20 Pro chip, while Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold8 uses Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor. Both processors are designed to handle demanding applications, gaming and multitasking, although real-world performance will depend on software optimisation and independent testing.</p>
<p>In terms of cameras, the iPhone Duo reportedly features a 48MP main camera and a 48MP ultra-wide camera. The Galaxy Z Fold8 offers a 50MP main camera alongside an ultra-wide camera. Although Samsung’s main camera has a higher megapixel count, that does not automatically make it superior. Image processing, sensor quality, stabilisation and software also influence the quality of photographs and videos.</p>
<p>Apple’s experience with computational photography, video processing and colour management could make the Duo a strong competitor for content creators. Samsung, however, has an established reputation for versatile camera systems and advanced video capabilities.</p>
<p>The two phones also differ in their physical dimensions. The iPhone Duo weighs 254g, while the Galaxy Z Fold8 weighs 201g, making Samsung’s device considerably lighter. The Galaxy Z Fold8 is approximately 8.9mm thick when folded, compared with the Duo’s reported 11.3mm. These differences could matter to users who carry their phones throughout the day.</p>
<p>The iPhone Duo reportedly supports up to 2TB of storage, while the Galaxy Z Fold8 offers up to 1TB. For users who regularly record high-resolution videos, store large files or use their phones for professional work, the additional storage on Apple’s device could be attractive.</p>
<p>Battery capacity and charging are also important considerations. Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold8 has a reported 4,800mAh battery and supports wired charging of up to 45W. Apple’s battery capacity has not been publicly confirmed, although the company’s power-management technology could influence the Duo’s battery performance. The iPhone also supports MagSafe and wired charging.</p>
<p>Durability is another important consideration. Apple gives the Duo an IP68 rating, while the Galaxy Z Fold8 carries an IP48 rating. The difference suggests that the iPhone has stronger protection against dust and water, although neither rating makes a foldable immune to damage. The durability of the hinges, flexible displays and folding mechanisms will ultimately require extensive real-world testing.</p>
<p>The iPhone Duo starts at $1,999, while the Galaxy Z Fold8 starts at $1,899 in the United States. This gives Apple’s first foldable a $100 premium over Samsung’s latest model.</p>
<p>That difference may appear modest within the luxury smartphone market, but the final cost could be considerably higher in countries such as Nigeria, where exchange-rate movements, import duties, shipping costs, retailer margins and taxes influence smartphone prices.</p>
<p>For Nigerian consumers, the price difference could become more significant if the naira weakens against the dollar or if import-related costs increase. A phone priced at $1,999 could therefore become considerably more expensive locally than its advertised US price. Buyers may also have to consider the cost of repairs, replacement parts and specialist servicing, which can be more expensive for foldable devices.</p>
<p>Apple’s premium could also increase demand for older iPhone models, particularly if consumers who prefer the company’s ecosystem decide to upgrade. Samsung, on the other hand, may respond with discounts, trade-in offers or promotional bundles to retain customers.</p>
<p>The larger question is whether consumers will pay more for Apple’s first-generation foldable when Samsung already offers an eighth-generation alternative.</p>
<p>Apple’s announcement has also reignited the familiar rivalry between iPhone and Samsung enthusiasts. Technology commentators and creators, including Marques Brownlee, Zack Nelson of JerryRigEverything and Parker Burton, have become part of the wider conversation surrounding foldable phones. Their reviews, comparisons and technical discussions help audiences examine the devices beyond marketing claims.</p>
<p>Brownlee’s long-standing influence in smartphone reviews, Nelson’s reputation for durability testing and the broader online technology community have made foldable-phone comparisons especially popular.</p>
<p>Social media has added another dimension to the rivalry. Samsung supporters have questioned whether Apple’s entry represents genuine innovation, while Apple supporters argue that the company has taken time to refine the technology before entering the market.</p>
<p>Samsung has also joined the conversation by mocking Apple’s foldable phone on social media, accusing the company of recycling an idea that Samsung had already developed. The exchange illustrates how smartphone competition has become more than a contest over specifications; it is also a battle over brand loyalty, identity and technological leadership.</p>
<p>The iPhone Duo brings Apple’s ecosystem, a new processor, Apple Pencil compatibility, a reportedly subtle crease and stronger water and dust resistance. It could appeal to users who want a foldable phone that doubles as a tablet while remaining integrated with their existing Apple devices.</p>
<p>The Galaxy Z Fold8 offers a lighter body, a lower starting price, a mature foldable design and Android’s flexibility. Samsung’s experience could also make it a safer choice for consumers concerned about the risks associated with a first-generation product.</p>
<p>Ultimately, the better phone depends on what the user values most. Apple’s premium may be justified for those who prioritise its ecosystem and software experience. Samsung may offer better value for users who want a refined foldable without paying the additional cost of Apple’s debut.</p>
<p>As the iPhone Duo prepares to enter the market, which phone would you choose: Apple’s first foldable iPhone Duo or Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold8—and what would ultimately influence your decision?</p>
<p>Tahir Ahmad is a journalist, author of Anti-Drug, Anti-Smuggling Campaigns: A Corper&#8217;s Chronicle, and a fellow of PRNigeria. He writes from Abuja and can be reached via tahirabdullahbaba12@gmail.com.</p>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 09:39:09 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>‎CYBERFEMINISM: Gender, Technology and the Fight for Digital Equality By Fom Gyem ‎ ‎For more than three decades, cyberfeminism has explored one of the most profound questions of the information age: Who controls technology, and how does that control shape gender relations? Emerging alongside the rapid expansion of the internet in the early 1990s, cyberfeminism [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>‎CYBERFEMINISM: Gender, Technology and the Fight for Digital Equality By Fom Gyem</strong><br />
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‎For more than three decades, cyberfeminism has explored one of the most profound questions of the information age: Who controls technology, and how does that control shape gender relations? Emerging alongside the rapid expansion of the internet in the early 1990s, cyberfeminism has evolved from a niche artistic movement into a broad framework for understanding identity, power, activism, and participation in digital spaces.<br />
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‎Often described as part of feminism&#8217;s &#8220;third wave,&#8221; cyberfeminism remains a complex and multifaceted movement. At its core, however, lies a common objective: examining the relationship between women and technology and challenging the structures that reproduce inequality in cyberspace.<br />
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‎Writer Claire Evans of Vice&#8217;s Motherboard describes cyberfeminism as &#8220;a wave of thought, criticism, and art that emerged in the early 1990s, galvanizing a generation of feminists before fading alongside the dotcom bubble.&#8221; Yet the movement did not disappear. Instead, it adapted to new technological realities and found fresh expression through digital activism, online communities, social media campaigns, and creative industries.<br />
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‎Similarly, Gabriella Hileman, co-founder of the Cybertwee network, defines cyberfeminism as a thoughtful engagement with the ongoing relationship between femininity and digital technology. In essence, cyberfeminism examines how bodies, identities, and experiences are mediated and transformed through technology.<br />
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‎Cyberfeminism emerged from informal networks of female thinkers, artists, programmers, and media practitioners who connected online during the late twentieth century. At a time when computing and technological innovation were largely perceived as male domains, cyberfeminists posed radical questions. Could digital technologies disrupt patriarchal structures? Could the internet provide a space where traditional gender hierarchies were weakened or even transcended?<br />
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‎The term itself gained prominence in 1991 through the Australian art collective VNS Matrix and its provocative Cyberfeminist Manifesto. British cultural theorist Sadie Plant later helped to popularize and formalize the concept. Since then, cyberfeminism has moved beyond artistic experimentation to become a broader intellectual and political framework through which women, activists, scholars, and digital creators engage with questions of identity, power, and social change.<br />
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‎Unlike earlier feminist waves, which were largely tied to physical movements and specific historical periods, cyberfeminism developed alongside cyberspace itself. For generations raised in the digital era, the internet became more than a communication tool; it became a space for community building, self expression, and political engagement.<br />
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‎Social media platforms, blogs, podcasts, YouTube channels, webinars, online magazines, and digital entrepreneurship have all become important arenas for feminist advocacy. Geographic boundaries no longer limit participation. Women and marginalized groups can share experiences, organize campaigns, and amplify voices on a global scale.<br />
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‎Movements such as #MeToo demonstrated how digital platforms could mobilize millions and transform private experiences into public conversations capable of influencing institutions and policy. In this regard, cyberfeminism represents not merely an academic theory but a practical form of resistance and empowerment.<br />
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‎While cyberspace offers unprecedented opportunities, cyberfeminists have long warned against viewing technology as inherently liberating. Access to information and digital resources remains uneven, reflecting broader social and economic inequalities.<br />
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‎American scholar Donna Haraway argues that identity is increasingly shaped by systems of control and power that determine who can participate fully in digital life. These &#8220;control grids&#8221; influence access to information, opportunities, and representation.<br />
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‎Consequently, the digital divide remains a major concern. Women and girls in many parts of the world continue to face barriers to internet access, technological literacy, and participation in science and technology sectors. Online harassment, cyberbullying, gender-based hate speech, and algorithmic bias further reinforce inequalities that exist offline.<br />
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‎Thus, cyberspace often mirrors existing societal structures rather than eliminating them. Gender discrimination can simply take new forms in digital environments.<br />
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‎One of cyberfeminism&#8217;s most distinctive contributions is its challenge to traditional understandings of identity. Historically, gender has been framed through rigid binaries and social expectations. Digital environments, however, have created new possibilities for self-expression and community formation.<br />
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‎Online spaces enable individuals to connect beyond geographical, cultural, and physical limitations. Discussions surrounding reproductive rights, LGBTQ+ rights, and gender diversity have flourished through digital platforms, creating communities that transcend national borders.<br />
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‎Cyberfeminism therefore extends beyond women&#8217;s issues alone. It intersects with broader struggles for human rights, social justice, and inclusion. It recognizes that identities are interconnected and that technology plays an increasingly significant role in shaping how individuals understand themselves and others.<br />
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‎Today&#8217;s cyberfeminism is characterized by innovation and digital engagement. Women are no longer merely consumers of technology; they are creators, entrepreneurs, software developers, content producers, and leaders in digital economies.<br />
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‎Through podcasts, independent media platforms, coding initiatives, online businesses, and advocacy networks, cyberfeminists continue to challenge stereotypes and influence public discourse. Their efforts seek not only to increase women&#8217;s participation in technology but also to shape how technologies themselves are designed and governed.<br />
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‎Artificial intelligence, big data, and algorithmic decision making have introduced fresh concerns about bias and representation, making cyberfeminism more relevant than ever. Questions surrounding privacy, digital rights, and ethical technology have expanded the movement&#8217;s scope beyond gender alone.<br />
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‎Thirty years after its emergence, cyberfeminism remains an important lens for understanding the relationship between technology and society. From the revolutionary manifesto of VNS Matrix to contemporary social media activism, the movement has consistently explored how digital technologies influence identity, participation, and power.<br />
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‎Although cyberspace provides opportunities for empowerment and connection, it also reproduces many of the inequalities present in the physical world. The struggle for gender equality, therefore, has increasingly become a struggle for digital inclusion and representation.<br />
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‎As technology continues to reshape everyday life, cyberfeminism serves as a reminder that the internet is not a neutral space. It is a contested arena where issues of identity, power, access, and justice are constantly negotiated. And as women continue to shape both the creation and consumption of technology, cyberfeminism remains central to conversations about the future of equality in an increasingly interconnected world.</p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Top 5 Tech Course Specializations 2026 by Fom Gyem As we move through 2026, the tech landscape has shifted from &#8220;experimenting with AI&#8221; to &#8220;integrating AI into everything.&#8221; The most valuable courses right now aren&#8217;t just about coding; they are about managing the complex relationship between humans, machines, and data. If you are looking to [&#8230;]</p>
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<p class="p1"><span class="s1">As we move through 2026, the tech landscape has shifted from &#8220;experimenting with AI&#8221; to &#8220;integrating AI into everything.&#8221; The most valuable courses right now aren&#8217;t just about coding; they are about managing the complex relationship between humans, machines, and data.</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">If you are looking to future proof your career this year, here are the top 5 emerging tech course areas to watch:</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">1. Agentic AI &amp; AI Orchestration</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">While 2024 was about chatbots, 2026 is the year of AI Agents. These are systems that don&#8217;t just &#8220;chat&#8221; but actually execute multi-step tasks autonomously. Courses in this field move beyond basic prompt engineering into building Agentic Workflows. Companies are moving away from single-use AI tools toward &#8220;digital coworkers&#8221; that can manage entire business processes.</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">2. Zero-Trust Cybersecurity &amp; AI Defense</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">With the 30% year-over-year increase in global cyberattacks, traditional firewalls are no longer enough. Emerging courses now focus on Zero Trust Architecture a &#8220;never trust, always verify&#8221; approach. Top Certifications, CISSP (still the gold standard) and specialized Cloud Security credentials (AWS/Azure Security Specialty).</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">3. Platform Engineering (The Evolution of DevOps)</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">Traditional DevOps is maturing into Platform Engineering. Instead of just managing pipelines, professionals are now building &#8220;Internal Developer Platforms&#8221; (IDPs) that allow software teams to self-serve their infrastructure. It reduces the &#8220;cognitive load&#8221; on developers, allowing them to ship code faster and more securely.</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">4. Applied Quantum Computing Fundamentals</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">Quantum computing is moving out of the laboratory and into finance, logistics, and drug discovery. You don&#8217;t need a PhD in physics anymore; &#8220;Quantum for Developers&#8221; courses are becoming mainstream. Early adopters in 2026 will be the architects of the next computational revolution, specifically in breaking and creating new forms of cryptography.</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">5. Sustainable Technology &amp; Green IT</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">As global ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) regulations tighten, companies are desperate for &#8220;Green Architects.&#8221; These courses teach how to optimize code and data centers to reduce carbon footprints.</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">Sustainability is no longer a PR move; it is a legal and operational requirement for large enterprises in 2026.</span></p>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 16:09:29 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Top 10 Interesting Knowledge about Instagram By Fom Gyem 1. The &#8220;Views&#8221; Revolution Instagram has officially standardized its metrics: &#8220;Views&#8221; is now the primary currency across all formats Reels, Stories, Photos, and Carousels. This change simplifies how you track success, but it also means the algorithm now cares more about retention (how long people watch) [&#8230;]</p>
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<p>1. The &#8220;Views&#8221; Revolution</p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">Instagram has officially standardized its metrics: &#8220;Views&#8221; is now the primary currency across all formats Reels, Stories, Photos, and Carousels. This change simplifies how you track success, but it also means the algorithm now cares more about retention (how long people watch) than just how many people saw a post in their feed.</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">2. DMs Are the New Feed</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">The most powerful signal for the algorithm in 2026 isn&#8217;t a &#8220;Like&#8221; it’s a Share via DM. Instagram’s leadership has noted that users now share more in private messages than they do on public grids. If your content gets sent to a friend, the AI views it as &#8220;highly valuable&#8221; and will boost its reach significantly.</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">3. The &#8220;Originality&#8221; Penalty</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">The era of the &#8220;aggregator&#8221; or meme-reposting account is largely over. Instagram’s 2026 algorithm aggressively identifies and suppresses recycled content. It now performs frame-by-frame AI analysis to ensure original creators are rewarded with reach, while those who simply &#8220;re-upload&#8221; TikToks with watermarks are penalized.</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">4. &#8220;Your Algorithm&#8221; Controls</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">Users now have much more transparency. A new feature called &#8220;Your Algorithm&#8221; (found in the Reels tab) allows you to see the topics the AI thinks you like and manually add or remove them to reshape your feed. It’s the first time Instagram has let users &#8220;peek under the hood&#8221; of their own recommendations.</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">5. Carousels Are Now &#8220;Mega-Posts&#8221;</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">Carousels have been upgraded to support up to 20 slides. They also have a unique &#8220;re-entry&#8221; benefit: if a follower scrolls past the first slide, Instagram will often show them the second slide the next time they open the app, effectively giving you two chances to capture their attention.</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">6. AI-Generated Content Labels</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">In the fight against misinformation, Instagram now automatically labels content it detects as AI-generated. Profiles that primarily post AI-generated imagery or video carry a permanent &#8220;AI-led profile&#8221; tag to maintain transparency for the 3 billion monthly active users.</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">7. SEO Over Hashtags</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">Hashtags are no longer the magic bullet they once were. In 2026, the recommendation is to use only 3–5 highly relevant hashtags. Instead, the focus has shifted to Social SEO using keywords naturally in your captions and Alt Text, which the AI &#8220;reads&#8221; to categorize your content.</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">8. The &#8220;Human Premium&#8221; Trend</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">As AI-generated &#8220;slop&#8221; floods the internet, there is a massive trend toward the &#8220;Human Premium.&#8221; Lo-fi, unpolished, &#8220;behind-the-scenes&#8221; content filmed on a phone consistently outperforms high-budget, polished productions. Authenticity is now a behavioral trait, not just an aesthetic.</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">9. Trial Reels</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">Instagram is testing &#8220;Trial Reels,&#8221; a feature that allows you to show a video to non-followers first to test its performance. If it does well with a fresh audience, the algorithm then pushes it to your actual followers. This flips the traditional &#8220;followers first&#8221; model on its head.</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">10. India is the Global Powerhouse</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">While the U.S. remains a key market, India is now the largest Instagram audience in the world by a massive margin (over 410 million users). This shift is heavily influencing global trends, music choices, and the types of features Instagram prioritizes for mobile-first, high-growth regions.</span></p>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 13:53:22 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>NotebookLM Redefining Learning with Grounded AI 2026 By Fom Gyem This is an AI tool grounded in your own documents that will save you hundreds of hours when learning new subjects in 2026. I use it regularly. It’s extremely easy to use, highly effective, and free. Unlike most AI tools, NotebookLM only works with the [&#8230;]</p>
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<p>This is an AI tool grounded in your own documents that will save you hundreds of hours when learning new subjects in 2026. I use it regularly. It’s extremely easy to use, highly effective, and free.</p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">Unlike most AI tools, NotebookLM only works with the data you provide. You can feed it with: Google Docs, YouTube videos, websites, PDFs, text, audio, Word documents, and more this means: no hallucination in responses, full control over sources, and more accurate and verifiable results (it provides inline citations)</span></p>
<p data-path-to-node="12">In an era of AI-generated misinformation, NotebookLM’s greatest strength is its <span data-path-to-node="12" data-index-in-node="80">transparency</span>. Every claim the AI makes includes <span data-path-to-node="12" data-index-in-node="128">inline citations</span>. Clicking a citation doesn&#8217;t just tell you the source; it highlights the exact paragraph in your PDF or the specific timestamp in a YouTube video transcript.</p>
<p data-path-to-node="12">NotebookLM is no longer just a &#8220;notebook.&#8221; It is a private, secure workspace that bridges the gap between raw data and true mastery. In 2026, if you aren&#8217;t using a grounded AI to manage your knowledge, you&#8217;re working twice as hard for half the results.</p>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2026 08:40:18 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>World Models: The Next Big Shift in Artificial Intelligence BY FOM GYEM Artificial intelligence systems like ChatGPT, Gemini and Claude have become household names. They write emails, answer questions and generate content at impressive speed. But despite the hype, these tools all share a major limitation: they don’t actually understand how the real world works. [&#8230;]</p>
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<p>Artificial intelligence systems like ChatGPT, Gemini and Claude have become household names. They write emails, answer questions and generate content at impressive speed. But despite the hype, these tools all share a major limitation: they don’t actually understand how the real world works.</p>
<p>What they do is predict words, now a new class of AI is emerging that could change everything. They’re called <strong>world models,</strong> and according to researchers and industry leaders, they may become one of the most talked-about technologies before the end of the year.</p>
<p>Traditional AI models learn by consuming massive amounts of text books, articles, websites and social media posts. From this, they learn statistical patterns that allow them to predict what word or sentence should come next. That’s why a chatbot can accurately describe what happens when a coffee cup falls off a table: gravity pulls it down, the coffee spills and the cup might break. But the AI doesn’t understand gravity. It has never seen an object fall or collide with the ground. It’s simply repeating patterns it has seen in text.</p>
<p>World models work differently. Instead of learning primarily from text, they are trained on videos, images and simulations, allowing them to understand 3D space, motion, cause and effect, and physical interactions. Rather than predicting the next word, they predict what happens next in the real world. A common analogy used by researchers is this: Text-based AI reads the driver’s manual. World models actually get behind the wheel.</p>
<p>The world’s largest AI companies are now investing heavily in world models.</p>
<p>Google recently unveiled Genie 3, a system capable of generating interactive 3D environments from a single image. Runway, another AI company, launched a world-model-based system that is already being used in Hollywood to generate realistic video scenes.</p>
<p>OpenAI is reportedly working on a successor to its video model, internally referred to as Sora 2, designed to simulate complex physical environments and behaviours.</p>
<p>Yann LeCun, one of the pioneers of modern AI and a Turing Award winner. He recently left his role at Meta to launch a new startup focused entirely on world models, called Advanced Machine Intelligence (AMI Labs). According to reports, the company attracted as much as $5 billion in funding before releasing a product.</p>
<p>Industry experts believe world models could be the key to making AI truly useful beyond screens and chat boxes.</p>
<p>Robots powered by world models could operate safely in unpredictable environments, such as warehouses, hospitals and homes. Self-driving cars could better understand complex situations like school zones or busy intersections.</p>
<p>Tesla has been quietly training its own world models using billions of miles of driving footage. Robotics company Figure AI is applying similar technology to humanoid robots designed to work alongside humans without causing damage.</p>
<p>Even smartphones could soon benefit. With embedded world models, a phone camera might not just identify a leaking pipe, but guide a user step by step through fixing it because the AI understands how plumbing systems actually work.</p>
<p>For years, AI progress has focused on language: chatbots that talk, write and explain. World models represent a shift toward AI that acts systems that can reason about the physical world and interact with it safely.</p>
<p>As competition intensifies and products begin to ship, analysts expect world models to move quickly from research labs into consumer devices, robots and vehicles.</p>
<p>If current trends continue, “world models” may soon be as familiar a term as “chatbot” or “generative AI.” And when that happens, the conversation around artificial intelligence may change for good.</p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>AGROVESTO, NITDA Empowers Farmers Digitally AGROVESTO, a fast-rising agritech startup and graduate of the iHatch Incubation Programme’s second cohort, has released findings from a groundbreaking survey centered on the digitization of agricultural supply chains in Nigeria. The survey, conducted in collaboration with the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), the Office for Nigerian Digital Innovation [&#8230;]</p>
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<p>AGROVESTO, a fast-rising agritech startup and graduate of the iHatch Incubation Programme’s second cohort, has released findings from a groundbreaking survey centered on the digitization of agricultural supply chains in Nigeria. The survey, conducted in collaboration with the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), the Office for Nigerian Digital Innovation (ONDI), the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), and the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (FMAFS), explores the transformative potential of digital tools for smallholder farmers across the country.</p>
<p>The initiative aims to address longstanding challenges in Nigeria’s agricultural sector chief among them inefficient logistics, post-harvest losses, and market inaccessibility by empowering farmers through technology-driven supply chain solutions.</p>
<p>Speaking at the launch of AGROVESTO’s digital agriculture platform, the Director General of NITDA, Mr. Kashifu Inuwa, who was represented by Dr. Amina Sambo-Magaji, reiterated NITDA’s strategic mission to accelerate Nigeria’s digital future. “Collaboration with partners like JICA is key to driving capacity building, startup incubation, and vital resource access for innovators nationwide,” she said.</p>
<p>The event, which spotlighted AGROVESTO as a prime success story, also reaffirmed the Office for Nigerian Digital Innovation (ONDI)’s commitment to building an inclusive digital economy. Dr. Sambo-Magaji highlighted that such platforms exemplify NITDA’s commitment to fostering a dynamic and enabling environment where government backed innovation becomes a launchpad for digital excellence across all sectors.</p>
<p>She further stressed that digitizing agricultural supply chains presents a sustainable solution to food security and economic empowerment. “Our survey findings show that digital interventions are reducing bottlenecks in farm-to-market logistics, expanding access to finance, and improving the livelihood of small-scale farmers,” she noted.</p>
<p>Dr. Sambo-Magaji also highlighted the broader context of Nigeria’s tech-driven growth. “The country’s startup ecosystem is among the most vibrant in Africa, driven by youth-led innovation in sectors such as fintech, agritech, and health tech,” she stated.</p>
<p>Nigeria’s fintech sector, home to over 200 active startups including global names like Paystack, Flutterwave, and Paga, serves as a blueprint for success in other sectors. These companies have not only attracted global investment but also transformed access to financial services for millions. The acquisition of Paystack by Stripe for over $200 million was cited as a testament to the global competitiveness of Nigerian innovation.</p>
<p>Central to the country’s innovation agenda is the *iHatch programme* a joint initiative between NITDA and JICA. This incubation programme equips startups with training, mentorship, seed funding, and access to key networks and innovation hubs.</p>
<p>As Nigeria continues to embrace digital transformation, AGROVESTO’s efforts backed by robust institutional support are paving the way for a more resilient, efficient, and inclusive agricultural sector. The survey marks a critical step in shaping policy, investment, and innovation strategies that will benefit Nigeria’s smallholder farmers and the nation’s economy at large.</p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>GITEX 2025 : NITDA DG Urges Africa to Seize AI Revolution The Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has called on African nations to take an active role in the global artificial intelligence (AI) revolution, warning that the continent cannot afford to be left behind as in previous industrial eras. Speaking [&#8230;]</p>
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<p class="p1"><span class="s1">The Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has called on African nations to take an active role in the global artificial intelligence (AI) revolution, warning that the continent cannot afford to be left behind as in previous industrial eras.</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">Speaking at the opening of </span><span class="s2">GITEX Africa 2025 in Nigeria</span><span class="s1">, the DG said AI offers Africa the opportunity to leapfrog development and drive exponential economic growth. He noted that global estimates show AI could boost the world economy by up to </span><span class="s2">20% within the next five years</span><span class="s1">, but stressed that Africa must invest in human capital, infrastructure, and innovation to benefit.</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">He highlighted Nigeria’s initiatives such as nationwide digital literacy programs, partnerships with global tech companies, and projects to expand connectivity. The DG also emphasized the need for African-built AI solutions that reflect the continent’s culture and languages.</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">“We cannot afford to miss this fourth industrial revolution,” he said. “This time, Africa must not only provide resources but also design, build, and own the technologies shaping our future.”</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">The DG urged governments, private sector players, and academia across Africa to collaborate on policies, infrastructure, and innovation ecosystems, adding:</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">“If we act together, Africa can lead in AI and secure prosperity for future generations.”</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">The Abuja sessions will be followed by the Tech Expo &amp; Future Economy Conference on September 3-4 at the Eko Hotel Convention Centre in Lagos, alongside a Startup Festival at the Landmark Centre.</span></p>
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